BMP-3 vs M-ATV
The BMP-3 and the M-ATV are both Armored Personnel Carriers, manufactured by Kurganmashzavod and Oshkosh Defense respectively. The BMP-3 weighs 18.7 tons vs 12.7 tons for the M-ATV. Top speed is 72 km/h for the BMP-3 vs 105 km/h for the M-ATV. Operational range is 600 km for the BMP-3 vs 510 km for the M-ATV. The BMP-3 is armed with a 100 mm 2A70 cannon, while the M-ATV carries a M2HB .50 cal machine gun. The BMP-3 has been produced in 2,000 units vs 8,722 for the M-ATV. Unit cost is $3.2M for the BMP-3 vs $0.47M for the M-ATV. The BMP-3 entered service 22 years before the M-ATV (1987 vs 2009).
| Russian IFV, entered service in 1987, manufactured by Kurganmashzavod with around 2000 units built. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Infantry fighting vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Kurganmashzavod |
| Number produced | 2,000 units |
| Estimated unit price | $3.2 million |
| Introduced in 2009, the United States M-ATV is a tactical transport vehicle featuring a V-shaped hull designed to deflect underbody mine blasts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | MRAP Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Oshkosh Defense |
| Number produced | 8,722 units |
| Estimated unit price | $0.5 million |
| Combat weight | 18.7 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 72 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 600 km â—‰ |
| Length | 7.14 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.20 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.40 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 (commander, gunner, driver) + 7 troopers (+ 2 additional seats) |
| Engine | UTD-29M diesel 500 hp (375 kW) |
| Main armament | 100 mm 2A70 cannon |
| Secondary weapon | 30 mm 2A72 autocannon |
| Combat weight | 12.7 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 105 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 510 km â—‰ |
| Length | 6.27 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.49 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.70 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 5 (2 crew + 3 passengers) |
| Engine | Caterpillar C7 7.2L diesel 370 hp |
| Main armament | M2HB .50 cal machine gun |
| Secondary weapon | Mk 19 grenade launcher |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BMP-3 or M-ATV?
The M-ATV is faster with a maximum road speed of 105 km/h compared to the BMP-3's 72 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the BMP-3 or M-ATV?
The BMP-3 has a longer operational range at 600 km compared to the M-ATV's 510 km.
Which is heavier, the BMP-3 or M-ATV?
The BMP-3 is heavier at 18.7 tons combat weight compared to the M-ATV's 12.7 tons.
Which is larger, the BMP-3 or M-ATV?
The BMP-3 is longer at 7.14 meters compared to the M-ATV's 6.27 meters.
How many crew members do the BMP-3 and M-ATV require?
The M-ATV requires a larger crew of 5 (2 crew + 3 passengers) compared to the BMP-3's 3 (commander, gunner, driver) + 7 troopers (+ 2 additional seats) crew members.
Which is more expensive, the BMP-3 or M-ATV?
The BMP-3 is more expensive at approximately $3.2 million per unit compared to the M-ATV at $0.5 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BMP-3 or M-ATV?
The M-ATV has been produced in greater numbers with 8,722 units compared to 2,000 units of the BMP-3.
What are the main armaments of the BMP-3 and M-ATV?
The BMP-3 is armed with 100 mm 2A70 cannon while the M-ATV carries M2HB .50 cal machine gun as its main armament.